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Matthew Gillmen and Gloria Gonzales
Definitions

Circular motion note definitions
Axis-straight like around which rotation takes place.
Rotation-object turns around an external axis.
Linear speed-distance time.
Tangential speed-speed along a circular path.
Rotational speed-number of rotations per unit of time.

Newton's law of universal gravitation note definitions
Static friction force-the force that opposes the start of relative motion between the two surfaces in contact.
Kenetic friction force-the force exerted on one surface by the other when the surfaces are in relative motion.
Electric fields-a vector quantity that relates the force exerted on a charge to the site of the charge.

Coulomb's laws/electric fields note definitions
Coulomb's law-the relationship amoung electrical forces, changes, and distances.